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FH03 FNJ

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 120,411 miles on the clock, averaging 6,046 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 DTI engine is known for 1. crankshaft position sensor (cps) failure and 2. fuel injector and fuel rail pressure issues. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for FH03 FNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,411
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 11 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,046

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading120,411 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,332
Average per year6,046
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH03 FNJ 21k46k71k96k120k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage120,411 miles
Since last MOT+5,332 miles
PASS
Mileage115,079 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,079 miles
Since last MOT+5,770 miles
PASS
Mileage109,309 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,308 miles
Since last MOT+5,804 miles
PASS
Mileage103,504 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,504 miles
Since last MOT+8,350 miles
PASS
Mileage95,154 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,154 miles
Since last MOT+7,586 miles
PASS
Mileage87,568 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,568 miles
Since last MOT+10,425 miles
PASS
Mileage77,143 miles
Since last MOT+2,070 miles
PASS
Mileage75,073 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,072 miles
Since last MOT+3,464 miles
PASS
Mileage71,608 miles
Since last MOT+3,201 miles
PASS
Mileage68,407 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,407 miles
Since last MOT+4,532 miles
PASS
Mileage63,875 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,875 miles
Since last MOT+6,663 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,212 miles
Since last MOT+6,433 miles
PASS
Mileage50,779 miles
Since last MOT+7,303 miles
PASS
Mileage43,476 miles
Since last MOT+6,333 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,143 miles
Since last MOT+7,268 miles
PASS
Mileage29,875 miles
Since last MOT+8,572 miles
PASS
Mileage21,303 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)

Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).

Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)

Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).

Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links

Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).

Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)

Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).

1. Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) Failure

The sensor degrades or fails electrically, typically due to age or contamination.

2. Fuel Injector and Fuel Rail Pressure Issues

Fuel contamination (from infrequent diesel filter changes or poor-quality fuel) causes micro-debris to lodge in the suction control valve or injector internals, reducing fuel rail pressure and causing engine performance faults[2].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 FNJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FH03 FNJ

What car is FH03 FNJ?

FH03 FNJ is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FH03 FNJ?

The last recorded mileage for FH03 FNJ was 120,411 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH03 FNJ passed its MOT?

FH03 FNJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 14 Nov 2022.

Is FH03 FNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH03 FNJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FH03 FNJ?

FH03 FNJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.